Regenerating an Italian region blighted by mafia stereotypes Hiking tourism is helping to rehabilitate a once-notorious region of Calabria, Dr @auroramoxon.bsky.social writes @theconversation.com.

Claire Connolly wins Robert Rhodes Prize

Professor Claire Connolly wins major Irish literature award ⁣⁣⁣ Congratulations to Prof. @claireconnolly.bsky.social on being awarded the prestigious Robert Rhodes Prize for her acclaimed work ‘Irish Romanticism: A Literary History’.⁣⁣⁣ www.ucc.ie/en/news/2026...

UCC has become the first and only university in Europe to achieve one of the world’s most prestigious sustainability ratings on The Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Rating System. (STARS) www.ucc.ie/en/news/2026...

The secret history of bride abduction in 18th century Ireland Heiresses, girls and women expected to inherit property were targeted by the younger sons of genteel families who were unwilling to work for a living, Dr Felix Rolt writes.

On #WorldRefugeeDay, UCC is proud to be a Sanctuary University. We seek to support the participation, belonging, and success of people seeking sanctuary. Apalang Atar was forced to flee her home in South Sudan, but is now studying for a Masters at CUBS through UCC’s Education Pathways Programme.

UCC has risen 26 places in one of the world’s leading education rankings. The 26/27 edition of the QS World University Rankings sees UCC placed 220 in the world. Today’s ranking comes on the back of a 27-place improvement last year, and is our fourth consecutive rise. www.ucc.ie/en/news/2026...

A landmark collaboration for Irish sport and scholarship We're proud to announce a new partnership with the GAA to publish Atlas of the GAA, a major new volume in the acclaimed Atlas Series. www.ucc.ie/en/news/2026...

Teaching climate change through storytelling in Irish schools A new UCC and Met Éireann collaboration aims to support climate change awareness, student confidence and action in primary and secondary schools. www.ucc.ie/en/news/2026...

Launching Ireland’s first LGBT+ Action Plan in a higher education institution⁣⁣ We’re proud to launch ‘Together with Pride: LGBT+ Action Plan 2026–2028’, a clear and ambitious roadmap to embed LGBT+ inclusion across every aspect of university life.⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ www.ucc.ie/en/news/2026...

Fossil fuel phase-out plan is missing link in energy and climate policy Ireland has clean energy targets but no strategy for ending oil and gas, Prof. @hannahdaly.ie writes.

‘What helps for me is that I go off and do other things [...] and try to stretch the muscles a bit.’ Bestselling author John Connolly reflects on his career in crime fiction and why he ‘became very fond of UCC’ while completing his Creative Writing PhD. @jconnollybooks.bsky.social

President of Ireland Catherine Connolly visits Cork Marking her first official trip to Cork, Uachtarán na hÉireann visited Gaelcholáiste Mhic Shuibhne and UCC. www.ucc.ie/en/news/2026...

‘A defining moment in Ireland’s history’: UCC symposium explores significance of 1926 Census www.ucc.ie/en/cacsss/ne... @csoireland.bsky.social

Evil literature and indecent dancing: Why 1926 was a pivotal year in Irish cultural history In advance of a public symposium on Ireland in 1926, Dr Donal Ó Drisceoil writes @irishexaminer.bsky.social.

Harassment by online influencers requires legal change People have been subjected to humiliation and degradation by an influencer using Meta's glasses - this needs urgent attention, @jamesosullivan.bsky.social, UCC School of English and Digital Humanities, writes.

40 million visits in less than a month. To mark the landmark release of the 1926 Census, UCC School of History will host a one-day public symposium on 25 May. Registration is now open: www.ucc.ie/en/cacsss/ne...

What is multimorbidity - and why is it an emerging challenge? Multiple illnesses can cause major challenges for the person living with the conditions, health systems and wider society, Dr Myles Balfe and Aidan Keane write.

Ireland’s first all-island prison education toolkit launched A new prison education toolkit aims to break barriers across higher education and justice systems.

Is Trump losing the support of his Maga base? Cracks have begun to appear as prominent figures break from Trump, Dr Clodagh Harrington writes @uk.theconversation.com. theconversation.com/is-trump-los...

UCC launches Future Humanities Institute, marking a major milestone in our commitment to arts and humanities research The institute will drive collaboration across arts, social sciences, environmental sciences and technology.

New research highlights Irish Traveller experiences of racialised inequalities in education Urgent action is needed to address persistent barriers facing Traveller students in Irish schools, a new report finds.

80 million people globally claim Irish ancestry – why the release of 1926 Irish census records is so momentous Dr @ciarab.bsky.social, Professor of Irish Gender History, writes ahead of the release of the 1926 census. @csoireland.bsky.social

Football is being spoiled by time‑wasting – what can be done ahead of the World Cup?

Kanku Biselele from the war-torn Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) yesterday become the first student on the Education Pathways Ireland programme for refugees to graduate from UCC. Kanku, a civil engineer, received a Postgraduate Diploma in Sustainable Energy. www.youtube.com/watch?v=nysr...

UCC today welcomed a delegation led by An Taoiseach Micheál Martin and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for an official visit that included a tour of one of UCC’s research flagships, Tyndall National Institute. www.ucc.ie/en/news/2026...

Glasgow fire: how treasured buildings influence our sense of belonging and connection Dr @sarahkerr.bsky.social writes @theconversation.com.

A guide to Medieval Gaelic's witty advice, sayings and guidance. Aidan Doyle & Ken Ó Donnchú @ucc.ie @corkup.bsky.social on the witty dánfhocail containing advice and guidance on topics like wealth, love and drink www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...

Innovative new methods for measuring and mapping air quality data have shown that one-size-fits-all plans to address pollution are not the answer – and that hyperlocal solutions right down to street level can pave the way to more sustainable and just cities. thearch.ucc.ie/home/more-st...

Research Ireland's new Strategy: Curiosity, Capability, Competitiveness – Charting Ireland’s Research and Innovation Future, aims to build a research and innovation system that delivers prosperity for the people of Ireland. Read the full Strategy: www.researchireland.ie/strategy/ #ResearchIreland

America250: The Original Declaration of Independence Professor Steve Sarson, American Civilization at Université Jean Moulin, will join us for a special guest lecture exploring the origins, arguments, and enduring influence of the Declaration. All welcome today at 5pm: bit.ly/A250SS

In 2015, world leaders agreed on an ambitious blueprint for the future: the Sustainable Development Goals. They promised to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all. But with the 2030 deadline just five years away, what is the future for SDGs? thearch.ucc.ie/home/more-st...

Ornithologist and wildlife sound-recordist Seán Ronayne was among those honoured at the University College Cork (UCC) Alumni Achievement Awards recently. www.ucc.ie/en/news/2026...

As the world races to meet climate goals and transition to a low-carbon economy, the demand for workers with “green skills” is soaring. Projections show that by 2050, green jobs will outnumber qualified workers two to one. But despite this demand, supply is lagging. thearch.ucc.ie/home/more-st...

The 2026 US midterm elections won’t just shape America’s future, they could have serious consequences for Ireland too. From trade to jobs, Dr Clodagh Harrington explains why the elections matter.

An incredible moment for UCC Applied Economics student Edwin Edogbo who made his Ireland debut in the Six Nations clash with Italy. Edwin, a Quercus Sports Scholar, is pictured here with family members and Michele Power, Manager of the @quercusucc.bsky.social Talented Students' Programme.

Ireland is an ocean nation. Our past, present and future are tied to the sea. But as the ocean changes - warming, acidifying, and facing growing pressures from industry and pollution - so too must our understanding of it.

Wuthering Heights: The enduring appeal of Emily Bronte's novel, and why Heathcliff may have been Irish Dr Mary O’Connell says it’s more than a love story but a fierce exploration of trauma, cruelty and revenge — and that’s what gives it its lasting power.

Cortisol is everywhere online right now, but how much of the conversation is actually true? Prof. Samantha Dockray joins @mcculld.bsky.social to separate fact from fiction about stress and cortisol.

A fearless rocket engineer, groundbreaking artist and communist ‘traitor’ Dr @stephenroddy.bsky.social shares the life and legacy of Frank Malina in a new series dedicated to unsung heroes of science on @theconversation.com.

Cork University Business School joins top 1% of global business schools EQUIS accreditation recognises academic excellence alongside engagement with industry, internationalisation and research quality.

What's behind the 'feral and unhinged' reaction to Heated Rivalry? The lack of mainstream interest in popular romance explains why many were clearly surprised its success, Dr Clíona Ó Gallchoir @clionaog.bsky.social writes.

Uncovering ancient Irish burial sites after 1,300 years Dr Griffin Murray, UCC Archaeology, spoke to @clodaghfinn.bsky.social about the significance of remarkable archaeological discoveries.

Renowned chef, author & archaeologist Dr Bill Schindler is partnering with UCC to deliver a new 10 week online pilot course, Food Heritage in Action. Explore how traditional & indigenous foodways can inform sustainable and ethical food enterprise in contemporary contexts: www.ucc.ie/en/ace/food-...

In 2024, governments across world fell as far-right parties surged. Why did Ireland buck the trend? Prof. @theresareidy.bsky.social, co-editor of 'How Ireland Voted 2024', discusses the new publication in conversation with @mcculld.bsky.social Listen: www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...

Venezuela, Greenland...could Ireland be next? What we are witnessing today is very similar to what European nations were doing for centuries before the 19th century, Professor Vittorio Buffachi @vittorio66.bsky.social writes.

Exploring the legacy, culture and future of radio in Ireland Join leading voices in Irish radio at a landmark conference at UCC next week. Final tickets now available. @cnam-ie.bsky.social @rte.ie

Most read on #RTEBrainstorm: how digital banking technology is not improving the financial well-being of households in Ireland. Analysis by Marie Ryan @ucc.ie www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2...

The invisible carbon in Ireland’s waters It’s no longer enough to ask how much carbon we emit into the air. We must also ask how much we are losing into our waters, silently and invisibly, Dr Michelle McKeown writes.

Most Read: How 'Old Comrades' became the song of the season for Dingle GAA Dr Aoife Granville @aoifeg.bsky.social, UCC Folklore and Ethnology, writes @rtebrainstorm.bsky.social.